Friday, September 3, 2021. In the forest near Centerville, Idaho. Early. Breakfast goes down on a queasy stomach. I slept some, between long bouts of tossing and turning. I’m not super nervous ~ Ledger has good training, I know these trails, and we’re only going 25 miles ~ but first rides are first rides, and …
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What makes a great endurance horse, and how do you get one? Here are my notes from high-mileage endurance rider Nick Warhol’s presentation on the subject.
Endurance rider and vet Dr. Melissa Ribley shares strategies for successfully competing in different regions, including being prepared for all types of climate and terrain.
Electrolyte balance is key to success in equestrian endurance riding. At the 2021 AERC convention, Dr. Langdon Fielding spoke on electrolyte problems in the endurance horse. Here are my notes.
Endurance riders often encounter frigid, wet conditions. These stirrup covers are designed to fit over caged platform stirrups, providing protection from the elements.
Over a decade ago, when I had to unexpectedly retire a young endurance horse, I wrote this post on how to respond when a dream collapses.
Nobody rides for the awards, but everyone appreciates them. Coming up with the right idea at the right price is an ongoing challenge for ride managers. I plumbed riders’ minds to learn about their favorites. Here are 91 ideas, from old standbys to the downright bizarre, to get your juices flowing: Ride-Branded Awards These days, it’s …
Have you read these 5 top books for equestrian endurance riding? From conditioning endurance horses to addressing medical emergencies when there’s no vet, these books should be in your library.